Tag: Redline

Malicious CPU-Z Copy Is Spread In Google Search Ads

Attackers are again abusing the Google Ads platform to distribute malicious advertising and Redline information stealer. This time, the ads advertised a trojanized version of the CPU-Z tool. CPU-Z Malware in the WindowsReport Page Clone Recently, a wave of malicious ads on Google Search results page offered users a Trojan-infected version of the popular CPU-Z… Continue reading Malicious CPU-Z Copy Is Spread In Google Search Ads

Redline and Vidar Stealers Switch to Ransomware Delivery

In addition to spreading stealer malware, hackers started to deploy ransomware through the same channels

Cybercriminals who stand behind RedLine and Vidar stealers decided to diversify their activity. Now, crooks deploy ransomware, using the same spreading techniques as they used to deliver their spyware. Meanwhile, the process of ransomware enrollment is rather unusual and is full of advanced evasion techniques. What are Redline and Vidar Stealers? RedLine is an infostealer… Continue reading Redline and Vidar Stealers Switch to Ransomware Delivery

Infostealers: How to Detect, Remove and Prevent them?

Infostealer pose danger to your data and identity. But how to detect and stop them?

The flow of information is crucial in today’s world, but it’s also precious to cybercriminals. They target personal data stored on your device through infostealer malware, putting your information at risk. Experts have marked a significant rise in the spread of information-stealing malware, also known as infostealers or stealers. In Q1 2023, the number of… Continue reading Infostealers: How to Detect, Remove and Prevent them?

Over 100k ChatGPT Accounts Are For Sale on the Darknet

If you used ChatGPT, your data may be on the darknet

According to a new report, over the past year, over 100k ChatGPT users’ accounts have been compromised using malware to steal information. India was in first place for the number of hacked accounts. ChatGPT in a Nutshell Perhaps every active Internet user has at least heard of a chatbot from OpenAI. Is it worth mentioning… Continue reading Over 100k ChatGPT Accounts Are For Sale on the Darknet

RedLine Stealer Issues 100,000 Samples – What is Happening?

There could be quite a lot of applications for 100,000 samples of malware

Throughout the entire early May 2023, GridinSoft analysts team observed an anomalous activity of RedLine stealer. It is, actually, an activity different from what we used to know. Over 100,000 samples of this malware appeared through the first 12 days of the month – that is too much even for more massive threats. Needless to… Continue reading RedLine Stealer Issues 100,000 Samples – What is Happening?

Fake MSI Afterburner Infects Users’ Machines with Miners and Stealers

According to cybersecurity specialists from Cyble, attackers distribute miners and the RedLine infostealer using download sites for the fake MSI Afterburner utility. Over the past three months, more than 50 such fake resources have appeared on the network. Let me remind you that we also talked that Djvu Ransomware Spreads via Discord, Carrying RedLine Stealer,… Continue reading Fake MSI Afterburner Infects Users’ Machines with Miners and Stealers

Magnat campaigns delivering fake installers

Malvertising Redline Software

Cyber security specialists warn of the Magnat malicious distribution waves targeted at the potential users of some most popular software. Threat actors use the methods of malvertising to successfully distribute their malicious software installer. The work presents itself especially tricky as it predisposes its victims to a high degree of trust and feeling of legitimacy.… Continue reading Magnat campaigns delivering fake installers